90-day suspension

ROME - Italian swimmers Benedetta Pilato and Chiara Tarantino have been sanctioned by the Federal Prosecutor's Office in connection with the theft at Singapore airport following the World Swimming Championships. Following the investigation launched after the duty-free theft at Singapore airport involving Pilato and Tarantino last August, the Italian Swimming Federation has accepted the Federal Prosecutor's proposed sanctions following a plea bargain. The two athletes will be suspended for 90 days, and will therefore be unable to participate in the European Short Course Championships in Poland from December 2 to 7.